Monday, November 9, 2026
Sunrise Medical today expands its QUICKIE® QS family with the new QUICKIE® QS7 R, the next evolution of its flagship ultra-lightweight adjustable rigid wheelchair, after its first public showcase at REHACARE 2026.
Building on the proven performance and Red Dot Award-winning design of the QUICKIE® Nitrum, the QS7 R introduces FrontFold – an innovative folding mechanism that makes a rigid wheelchair remarkably compact for transport, without compromising the lightweight performance, propulsion efficiency and responsive ride active users rely on.
FrontFold: Surprisingly Compact. Unmistakably Rigid.
Adapted from the QUICKIE® QS7 X, FrontFold brings its proven folding front-frame technology to Sunrise Medical’s premium adjustable rigid platform. The QS7 R is the only adjustable rigid wheelchair that folds into a remarkably compact package while retaining the performance and ride characteristics of a premium rigid wheelchair.
The result: greater freedom to travel, with fewer compromises.
Proven Performance. Refined.
The proven engineering of the QUICKIE® Nitrum remains at the heart of the QS7 R. Its welded frame, patented ovalized tubing and premium 7020-series aerospace-grade aluminum deliver exceptional rigidity and efficient energy transfer, with transport weight starting at just 4.9 kg – the lightest in its class.
A new strengthened, patented three-way adjustable caster link improves robustness and simplifies field service. Together with optimized caster positioning across frame configurations, it delivers precise steering, exceptional maneuverability and confident front-end stability across different terrains.
More Ways to Personalize
The QS7 R expands personalization with a broader front seat height range, new OMOBIC components and additional sideguard options.
European models also introduce a new pull-to-lock brake and depth-adjustable backrest. In North America, the QS7 R Carbon offers an optional carbon-fiber frame for an even lighter, more responsive ride, alongside the RGK Ergo Seat to support a neutral pelvic position and efficient propulsion.
QS7 R Series: Performance Starts with the Perfect Fit
With four distinct frame versions and one of the industry’s most configurable rigid wheelchair platforms, the QS7 R Series enables clinicians to select the right foundation and precisely tailor each wheelchair to the individual rider – optimizing positioning, comfort and propulsion efficiency.
See the QS7 R come to life in 3D Visualizer
The QS7 R is also supported by a 3D Visualizer, allowing riders, clinicians and dealers to explore every detail before placing an order. Colors, components and accessories can be configured, the wheelchair's weight updates in real time, and a pre-filled order form can be generated and shared with dealers for a more efficient ordering process.
“The best innovations don’t change what riders love – they remove the compromises they have learned to live with. The QS7 R combines the proven performance of the Nitrum with FrontFold transportability, making everyday life and travel easier while preserving the ride characteristics of a premium rigid wheelchair,” said Bernd Krebs, Chief Technology Officer, Sunrise Medical.
About Sunrise Medical:
Committed to improving people's lives, Sunrise Medical is a world leader in the development, design, manufacturing, and distribution of innovative, high-quality assistive mobility devices and services. Distributed in more than 130 countries under its own 20 proprietary brands, the key products include manual and power wheelchairs, power assist products, paediatric and geriatric therapeutic devices, mobility scooters, daily living aids, and more. Operating in 23 countries, Sunrise Medical Group is headquartered in Malsch, Germany and employs over 3,000 associates worldwide. For further information, please visit: https://www.sunrisemedical-group.com